Description
Southern corn fritters blend sweet kernels with crispy, golden edges for a delightful side dish. Home cooks savor these irresistible bites that showcase summer’s fresh corn with a simple, satisfying crunch.
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients:
- 2 cups corn kernels (fresh or canned, drained)
- 2 large eggs
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/4 cup cornmeal
Binding and Seasoning Ingredients:
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/4 cup milk
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
- Salt and pepper to taste
Cooking and Garnish Ingredients:
- 1/4 cup green onions, chopped
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil (for frying)
- Sour cream (optional, for serving)
- Salsa (optional, for serving)
Instructions
- Blend dry ingredients in a spacious mixing vessel, ensuring uniform distribution of flour, cornmeal, baking powder, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and pepper.
- Whisk eggs and milk in a separate container, then incorporate into dry mixture with minimal stirring to maintain a light texture.
- Delicately integrate corn kernels and green onions, using gentle folding techniques to preserve batter’s airiness.
- Warm vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium heat (around 350°F), creating an ideal frying environment.
- Carefully drop batter portions into hot oil, using a spoon to gently flatten each fritter, ensuring even cooking.
- Fry each side for 2-3 minutes until achieving a golden-brown, crispy exterior with a tender interior.
- Remove fritters using a slotted spoon, transferring to a paper towel-lined plate to absorb excess oil and maintain crispiness.
- Serve immediately while warm, accompanied by optional condiments like sour cream or zesty salsa for enhanced flavor profile.
Notes
- Check corn kernel consistency by using fresh or thawed frozen corn for the best texture and flavor burst.
- Adjust batter thickness by adding more milk if it seems too dense, ensuring light and crispy fritters.
- Create gluten-free version by substituting all-purpose flour with almond or rice flour for dietary needs.
- Control oil temperature around 350°F to prevent burning and achieve perfectly golden-brown exterior with crispy edges.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, Appetizer, Snacks
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 160 kcal
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 220 mg
- Fat: 7 g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 19 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 6 g
- Cholesterol: 85 mg